2009 Kia Amanti vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2009 Kia Amanti is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Amanti (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2001 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Amanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Amanti (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo. 2009 Kia Amanti has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Amanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Amanti | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Amanti | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
